The Association for Behavior Analysis International® (ABAI) is a nonprofit membership organization with the mission to contribute to the well-being of society by developing, enhancing, and supporting the growth and vitality of the science of behavior analysis through research, education, and practice.

Autism

Autism

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Mission/Objectives

The Autism SIG, chartered by the Association
for Behavior Analysis International, brings together individuals
who specialize in or have an interest in the application of
behavior analysis to the education and treatment of those with
autism across the lifespan. The Autism SIG has three primary
purposes:

To support consumers of applied behavior analysis
services.

To advocate for and promote high standards in the application
of behavior analytic treatments.

To disseminate information about behavior analytic research and
to foster the exchange of scientific information in the area of
autism treatment.

Description of Membership

Our diverse membership includes academicians,
researchers, administrators, practitioners from a variety of
disciplines, parents, and other consumers. We welcome new members
who share our interest in applied behavior analysis and autism
treatment.

Annual or Recurring Events

The Autism SIG sponsors several events and
publishes a variety of resources for practitioners, researchers,
and consumers of ABA. The Autism SIG organizes events at the Annual
Convention of the Association for Behavior Analysis International
and conducts an annual student research contest for graduate and
undergraduate students presenting their research at the
convention.

Newsletters/Publications

The Autism SIG co-publishes a quarterly
newsletter with the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive
Therapies Autism SIG. This newsletter focuses on a variety of
topics within the autism field and includes research summaries,
program descriptions, and article synopses. Recent topics have
included community integration, challenging behaviors, and meeting
the needs of underserved populations.

Specifically of Interest to Behavior Analysts

The study and treatment of autism are rapidly
growing fields, and ABA is the treatment of choice for individuals
with autism. The Autism SIG provides state-of-the-art information
about research and clinical methods for working with individuals
with autism spectrum disorders.

The Association for Behavior Analysis International contributes to the well-being of society by developing, enhancing,
and supporting the growth and vitality of the science of behavior analysis through research, education, and practice.